Living Philosophy is a 19-week foundation course in Practical Philosophy that brings the wisdom of ancient Eastern and Western philosophies to inspire us to lead more harmonious lives in today’s times.

Philosophy was traditionally meant to be a practical means for the universal human quest for a life of meaning, balance and fulfillment. When Philosophy is practical, it is educational, helping us to know and improve ourselves.

Through the 19 sessions (1 session of 2 hours per week), the course touches different practical, universal and timeless concepts of life from the wisdom of cultures and civilizations of the ancient world, with the perspective of how these can become practical tools to make a profound, lasting difference in our lives today.

The Living Philosophy journey traverses three sections:

Know Thyself

Starting with human nature - to understand ourselves and the means to give an expression to our best human potential. How can we deal effectively with change and uncertainty in our lives? Perspectives from the philosophies of ancient India, Greece, Tibet, Rome, Egypt and China about Human nature, happiness and freedom.

Human Relationships and Society

The quality of our life depends greatly on the quality of our relationships. What can we learn from cultures like ancient Greece that will help us develop deeper relationships, understand the fabric of society and find our place in it? Key topics include principles of Ethical Leadership, Justice and Education.

Evolution of Humanity: What is our future?

The zoomed out picture: As humanity, where have we come from, where are we going, and what is the role of the individual in the larger scheme of life? Wisdom from eclectic philosophical sources to understand what it means to be human, through the concept of evolution of consciousness. Ecology as a key to Harmony: harmonizing our actions in accordance with nature.

The Sessions of the course include lectures and active practical exercises to enable introspection and reflection, making the teachings practical and applicable to contemporary living. The course also includes an experiential Peaceful Warrior seminar.

We welcome you to take this journey into yourself, which will help you understand yourself and the world around you better.

Join us on Jan 26th, 7:30 pm for this introduction session at New Acropolis, Indiranagar.